Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Deputy Sister/Stroke Outreach - Stroke Unit/HASU
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Deputy Sister/Stroke Outreach - Stroke Unit/HASU
Staff Nurse – Stroke Services
Are you a dynamic and focused staff nurse with a passion for acute stroke care, ready to take the next step in your career progression? We would love for you to join our developing multidisciplinary team as we expand our stroke services.
About the Role
Our stroke services are growing—we are transitioning to a 30-bedded unit, including two Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) bays from September 2026. We are seeking experienced Nurses to join us on this exciting journey, bringing new opportunities to the stroke unit.
The current 24-bedded Acute Stroke Unit (ASU) provides specialist care for patients requiring:
- Close monitoring and observation
- Acute care post-thrombolysis
- Post-repatriation from mechanical thrombectomy
- Rehabilitation needs
Join a thriving team at such an exciting time, where you can quickly expand your expertise in a fast-paced yet supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
As part of the Stroke Outreach Team, under the leadership of the Matron and ACP team, your role will include:
- Working in the Emergency Department (ED):
- Assessing acute stroke patients
- Supporting delivery of thrombolysis
- Conducting water swallow assessments
- Coordinating transfers for mechanical thrombectomy
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Managing the Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) bay:
- Leading in the nursing care of hyperacute stroke patients
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Supporting ward operations:
- Working alongside/under the ward leader in coordination and management of the stroke ward
- Deputising for the ward leader as required
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Ensuring quality care and data compliance:
- Meeting SSNAP (Stroke Services National Audit Programme) standards
- Assisting the SSNAP data administrator with completing missing information
- Providing advice and support across the wider hospital regarding nursing care of stroke patients
Benefits of Joining Us
Whatever stage you’re at in your career, the stroke team offers:
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Professional development & training:
- Continuous stroke-specific teaching days
- Access to specialist training opportunities
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A supportive and engaging culture:
- Friendly, welcoming team with monthly social events (Christmas, summer get-togethers, fundraising activities)
- Stroke newsletter and Shout Out board to recognise team achievements
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Health and Wellbeing initiatives:
- Access to H&W coaches on the department
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Multidisciplinary support:
- Collaboration with an experienced multidisciplinary team
Additional Information & Application Guidance
Must/appliance notes:
- We acknowledge the value of AI tools and understand they can enhance applications—but we see an overwhelming reliance that reduces individuality in submissions and may affect applications.
- Our expectation: If you do use AI, it must only supplement your application—not write it entirely. Your supporting statement should reflect your own words, personally crafted experience and achievements.
- Misrepresentation of your skills or experience may result in application withdrawal.
How to Contact Us for Informal Queries
- Name: Jennifer Hogg
- Job Title: Stroke Unit Ward Sister
- Email: jennifer.hogg@dchft.nhs.uk
- Telephone: 01305 255164
Ready to apply? Complete the application and come meet our wonderful team—we’d love to see you!
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